Orkney Islands · Scotland
Window Mastic in Settiscarth
Window mastic for Settiscarth, by sealant specialists with 20+ years’ experience. Rated 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews.
- Draughty joints inside around the window
- Hard, cracked sealant around windows
- Cold air getting in at the frame edge
Settiscarth questions
Is Settiscarth within the area you cover?
Yes. Settiscarth is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across all of Scotland, including the islands, where work is planned around ferry crossings. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is window mastic in a coastal place like Settiscarth any different?
Near the sea, outside joints face more wind, rain and salt than they would inland, so preparation and the right sealant matter all the more. Walls facing the sea are normally the first to need attention.
How long should I leave it?
It depends on the product. Before we leave, we’ll tell you the cure time.
Do you have sealant for grey or black windows?
Yes. White, brown, anthracite grey, black and clear sealants are all available.
How much does window mastic cost in Settiscarth?
It depends on the job, so we quote each one individually. To get one, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a short description of the job.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure your landlord agrees.
How long will my window job take?
Allow most of a day for a typical house, less for a few frames. Access and the amount of old mastic make the biggest difference.
Can you do the inside joint as well?
Yes. Outside is the weather seal; inside closes the gap to the plaster. We do one or both.
How we handle window mastic in Settiscarth
A cold draught around a closed window often comes from the frame edge. A new joint stops the air getting through and quietens the whistle on windy days. Where the air is getting in through the window itself, we will say so. If you have cracked or shrunken mastic around the frame and cracked sealant at the sill ends, we can put it right.
Across smaller places in Scotland, homes range from stone and harled cottages to newer houses, many standing in the open. Exposed frames and sills take the full force of wind-driven rain.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months.
- Where
- Settiscarth (KW17)
- Wider area
- Orkney Islands
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
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Can I do it myself?
Some jobs are best left to a professional: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas need the right product, the right access and the right method.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again, so tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
What happens on the day
Once we are on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If we find something unexpected, we talk it through with you first. Most jobs then take a few hours for a few frames, or a day or more for a whole house. Somewhere like Settiscarth may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- We check how each frame can be reached safely.
- Old, cracked mastic is removed completely, along with any loose debris.
- Frame and wall are cleaned and must be dry before sealing, and primed where the sealant calls for it.
- Backing rod fills deep voids and the sealant goes in on top.
- The joint is shaped to shed water and the area tidied.
Before we arrive
- Clear the area around the work
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
Getting a quote
Need a quote? Please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. We will explain what we’d do and send you a clear quote before we start.
Advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Settiscarth
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which is a bigger problem in a rented property. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
Whether it’s one flat or a portfolio, the work is the same standard: old sealant fully removed, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee.
What we cannot put right
Honest advice matters more to us than a booking, so here’s what new sealant won’t do:
- Damp coming through the wall itself rather than the frame joint
- Misting between the panes of a double-glazed unit (that needs a new unit)
- A door that needs adjusting, rehanging or new seals
If in doubt, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll say what we think.
Where we work in Settiscarth
- Aluminium frames
- Composite doors
- Timber windows & doors
- uPVC windows
- Window sills
- Patio & French doors
Different surfaces, different methods
Timber windows & doors
On period timber windows, traditional sand mastic is sometimes the better choice. We can talk through the options.
Window sills
Stone and concrete sills have their own joints, including the one between the sill and the frame above. We seal those with a sealant suited to masonry.
Quotes for window mastic in Settiscarth
You will get a clear quote before any work starts. It takes into account:
- Any working-time requirements on site
- Whether the work is at height
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- The number of rooms or windows
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, how we reach it and what it needs, plus any working-time requirements on site. Call for a quick quote and we will explain what it covers.
What we need to know
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- Roughly how big the job is
- How we’d reach the joints
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- A few pictures by email, if you can
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job. When it suits you, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after new joints is easy:
- Clean frames with a soft cloth and soapy water
- Paint up to the joint, not over it
- Keep drainage slots and sill grooves clear
- Keep timber frames painted
Try not to touch the new joint while it cures, for as long as we advise. Keep jet washers away from the frames.
Wet, windy weather is when failed mastic shows itself, but resealing works best in dry conditions. Sorting cracked mastic early means the joint is sound before the bad weather.
Settiscarth homes and the weather
Settiscarth is within about 2 miles of the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. That is hard on the mastic around window and door frames, especially on the side facing the sea. Many older homes in Scotland have sash and case windows, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
Whether the job is in Settiscarth itself or nearby, the right material for each joint matters as much as a neat finish. In and around Settiscarth, as anywhere, good window mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Settiscarth is about 7 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We provide window mastic to homeowners, landlords and businesses in Settiscarth and the surrounding area, as part of our work across the Orkney Islands. Settiscarth is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands where we work for window mastic.
Postcode districts we cover here for window mastic: KW17. Other places close to Settiscarth include Norseman (1 mile east), Isbister (2 miles east), Harray (3 miles west), Bimbister (3 miles south-west) and Finstown (3 miles south). Island and remote addresses take a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you ask for a quote.
Local landmarks in Settiscarth
Well-known places in the area include Corrigall Farm Museum (2.5 miles west) and Langskaill House (4.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Settiscarth include Birsay moors RSPB Reserve and Loch of Brockan.